Ursula Frayne Catholic College, Perth, Western Australia

Preparatory School Curriculum

Our integrated curriculum and learning area policies allow us to craft an approach that seeks to meet each individual's cognitive, spiritual, physical, emotional, social and creative needs.

The teaching of knowledge, skills and values is in accordance with the student-based outcomes, as highlighted within the guidelines of Curriculum Framework and the Catholic Education Office Progress Maps. By implementing these documents, we are able to structure and provide a curriculum relevant to our students and school community.

We are conscious of ensuring that the curriculum is taught both developmentally and sequentially throughout the primary school years. The integration of learning areas occurs by the teaching of a broader 'organising concept' that correlates with the curriculum, is based on student interest, and is contemporary and fun!

The acquisition of literacy and numeracy skills is emphasised greatly. We network with many outside agencies and 'specialists' to devise effective models of pedagogy and practice.

We have in place some very explicit monitoring and assessment tools that advocate early identification and intervention strategies. This is further complemented by the support and extension programmes that we offer.